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Description:

QUALITY MANAGER

Location:

Johnson Creek, WI Employment Type:

Full-time, on-site

Reports To:

Director of Operations Pay Range:

Competitive base salary based on experience, plus eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus Position Overview Saelens is a growing precision manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Quality Manager to lead our Johnson Creek Quality team and own the company's

IATF 16949

quality-management system. This position will partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and customers to strengthen quality processes, resolve concerns, and reduce recurring defects. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop Quality Engineers, Technicians, Inspectors, and other assigned employees. Own and maintain the

IATF 16949

quality-management system. Lead internal, customer, certification, surveillance, and recertification audits. Manage customer complaints, corrective actions, returns, scorecards, and quality escalations. Oversee root-cause analysis, 8D investigations, and corrective and preventive actions. Support APQP, PPAPs, control plans, PFMEAs, SPC, MSA, and new-product launches. Oversee inspection, metrology, calibration, CMM, and nonconforming-material processes. Monitor quality performance and communicate risks, trends, and improvement priorities. Partner with Operations and Engineering to improve processes and prevent recurring issues.

Requirements:

Qualifications Five or more years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment, including leadership responsibility. Experience owning or maintaining an

IATF 16949

quality-management system. Experience leading internal, customer, and third-party audits. Knowledge of

IATF 16949, ISO 9001, AIAG

core tools, and customer-specific requirements. Experience with CNC machining, precision manufacturing, or automotive manufacturing strongly preferred. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications. Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, manufacturing, business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered. Working Conditions Work is performed in both office and manufacturing environments. Regular time on the production floor is required to observe processes, gather information, and verify documentation. Required personal protective equipment must be worn in designated manufacturing areas. Position involves regular computer work, standing, walking, and occasional lifting of items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes insurance coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, tuition reimbursement, and additional voluntary benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.